Picture from: Tatoli This article by Fundasaun Mahein (FM) proposes a data-driven framework to optimize the patrol strategy of the Timor-Leste National Police (PNTL) in urban capitals, with the objectives READ MOREREAD MORE
Welcome to Fundasaun Mahein
Instituisaun Naun Govermental Peskiza, Monitorizasaun ho Advokasia ba Setor Seguransa no Defeza iha Timor-Leste.
Reviving Pensamento: A Call…
Photo: Fundasaun Mahein (May 2026) Introduction Timor-Leste’s future will be…
Politicisation, Professionalism and Meritocracy:…
Photo: PNTL 2026 Fundasaun Mahein (FM) has consistently argued that…
Women’s Role in Community…
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Reviving Pensamento: A Call for Evidence-Based Public Debate in Timor-Leste
Politicisation, Professionalism and Meritocracy: Reform Timor-Leste’s Security Institutions to Promote Peace, Stability and Development
Women’s Role in Community Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding in Timor-Leste
Parseria Foun ba Era Foun: Sovereignty, Security and Strategy in a Changing World
From Best Practice to Best Fit: Reform the RDTL Constitution to Secure Political Stability, Strengthen Governance and Accelerate Development
Elite State: Populist Politics and the Challenges of Governance in Timor-Leste
New parking rules unlikely to resolve traffic congestion in DiliNew parking rules unlikely to resolve traffic congestion in Dili
The following article is a response to the proposal by the National Directorate for Territory and Transportation to begin regulating parking on the main arterial road through the capital city, READ MOREREAD MORE
Empower the Youth for Democratic Renewal and National SalvationEmpower the Youth for Democratic Renewal and National Salvation
Image Source: The Dili Weekly Timor-Leste’s political system remains dominated by informal elite networks that operate outside formal democratic institutions. In practice, power is exercised through personal connections, traditional socio-cultural READ MOREREAD MORE
Policy on PNTL Programming Urgently Needed to Address Human Resource, Infrastructure and Equipment GapsPolicy on PNTL Programming Urgently Needed to Address Human Resource, Infrastructure and Equipment Gaps
Foto: FM 28 March 2025 This research explores PNTL’s current operational landscape, focusing on resource allocation processes, infrastructure and equipment challenges, and existing mechanisms for engaging with communities. By exploring READ MOREREAD MORE
